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NRS 201.560: Luring a Child

NRS 201.560: Luring a Child or a Person with Mental Illness in Nevada—A Comprehensive Guide NRS 201.560 is a Nevada statute that prohibits the luring of children and persons with mental illness by those who intend to harm them in some way. This law makes it illegal for an adult or other person to lure NRS 201.560: Luring a Child

NRS 205.240 Petit Larceny

Retail Shoplifting. Man Stealing In Supermarket

NRS 205.240: Understanding Petit Larceny in Nevada—Definition, Penalties, and Defenses Petit larceny, also known as petty theft, is a criminal offense in Nevada that involves the intentional stealing of someone else’s property valued at less than $1,200. This type of crime falls under the umbrella of theft crimes. While it may seem like a minor NRS 205.240 Petit Larceny

Miss Jury Duty

Missing Jury Duty in Nevada: What the Law Says, Valid Excuses, & Penalties Many of us have received the dreaded notice from the court to attend jury duty. Most of us look at it and groan about what a disruption it will be in our lives. You have to take off work or miss school Miss Jury Duty

Bench Trial

Bench Trials Demystified: Understanding the Process and Implications The Constitution guarantees the right to a fair and speedy trial if someone is charged with a crime. Even if someone is charged with a minor traffic violation, they have the right to a trial. Some cases require a trial by a jury of peers, while others are Bench Trial

Is Counting Cards Illegal in Nevada

Card Counting in Nevada & Other Forms of Cheating Contrary to popular belief, counting cards is not considered a criminal offense in Nevada. There are no laws either state or federal that prohibits counting cards or classify it as a criminal offense. However, since casinos are private businesses, they have the right to refuse service Is Counting Cards Illegal in Nevada

Money Laundering

Money Laundering Laws in Nevada: Definition, Penalties, Defenses, and More When most people think of money laundering they of what we have all seen in the movies for example drug dealers using money from drug proceeds to open or pay for businesses like hair salons or restaurants. Money laundering is a serious crime that falls under Money Laundering

Postponing a Court Date  in Nevada

Postponing a Court Date  in Nevada: Rules & Procedures If you are arrested or receive a citation for criminal behavior, you will probably receive a court date for your first appearance. For minor infractions like speeding tickets or drunk in public citations, paying the fine may be an option. You can show up to the court Postponing a Court Date  in Nevada

NRS 202.300: Nevada Laws for “Aiding a Child to Possess a Gun”—A Comprehensive Overview

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NRS 202.300: Nevada Laws for “Aiding a Child to Possess a Gun”—A Comprehensive Overview Under Nevada gun laws, minors (under the age of 18) are generally prohibited from handling or possessing a gun. Due to recent news stories, the number of children bringing firearms to school has increased. Last February, Clark County School District confiscated NRS 202.300: Nevada Laws for “Aiding a Child to Possess a Gun”—A Comprehensive Overview